Finishing Techniques

May 10, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

In this class, Ellen will teach several techniques needed for finishing your handknit items, including seaming and grafting using mattress, kitchener, and other stitches; weaving in your ends; and picking up stitches. Ellen will also discuss reasons for and methods of blocking. Students in this class will need to bring four 6"x6" worsted weight swatches, 2 each in stockinette and garter stitch, knit in a light color.